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How to Write New Prog Songs
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How to Write New Prog Songs

Posted by author-avatar Toni Mercia
November 1, 2025
Prog has been reborn. Classic progressive rock and metal taught us to dream bigger than radio formats would allow. New prog keeps the b...
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How to Write Soft Grunge Songs
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How to Write Soft Grunge Songs

Posted by author-avatar Toni Mercia
November 1, 2025
You want songs that feel like a bruised diary entry and a worn sweater at the same time. Soft grunge is that awkward perfect combo of q...
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Local Music Managers
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Local Music Managers

Posted by author-avatar Toni Mercia
March 26, 2025
Ever wonder if your next big break in music might be just around the corner, courtesy of a savvy local music manager who gets your vibe...
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Hispanic Rhythmic Songwriting Advice
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Hispanic Rhythmic Songwriting Advice

Posted by author-avatar Toni Mercia
November 2, 2025
Want your song to move hips and minds at the same time? Welcome. This guide is for songwriters who want authentic rhythmic power in His...
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How To Make A Song About Someone

Posted by author-avatar Toni Mercia
November 1, 2025
You want to write a song about someone and not sound like your high school diary or a tabloid headline. Maybe you are writing about a c...
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How to Write Lyrics About Health And Wellness
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How to Write Lyrics About Health And Wellness

Posted by author-avatar Toni Mercia
November 2, 2025
You want songs about health and wellbeing that feel true and not exploitative. You want lines that land like a friend who makes eye con...
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Alison Brown, President A&R at COMPASS RECORDS Contact Details
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Alison Brown, President A&R at COMPASS RECORDS Contact Details

Posted by author-avatar Toni Mercia
December 6, 2024
Alison Brown is a highly respected and accomplished music industry professional, currently serving as the President of A&R at COMPA...
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How to Write Taarab Songs
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How to Write Taarab Songs

Posted by author-avatar Toni Mercia
November 1, 2025
You want a taarab song that smells like jasmine, tells a gossip story and gets bodies moving at the wedding or on TikTok. You want the ...
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Michael Maska, President / Booking Agent at Big Hassle Management
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Michael Maska, President / Booking Agent at Big Hassle Management

Posted by author-avatar Toni Mercia
August 11, 2024
Michael Maska is a prominent figure in the music industry, serving as the President and Booking Agent at Big Hassle Management. With ye...
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Asian Songwriting Advice
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Asian Songwriting Advice

Posted by author-avatar Toni Mercia
November 2, 2025
If you are Asian and writing songs you have a secret superpower people keep asking for. You carry languages, stories, sounds, family go...
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